ANGELES CITY — Under the leadership of Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin Jr., Angeles City continues to gain global recognition, climbing to the 488th spot in the 2025 Oxford Economics Global Cities Index — an improvement from its 502nd ranking in 2024.
The city remains one of only nine Philippine cities included in the prestigious index, which evaluates 1,000 urban centers worldwide based on five key dimensions: Economics, Human Capital, Quality of Life, Environment, and Governance.
Angeles also secured the third highest spot among Philippine cities in the 2025 list, following Manila (206th) and Cebu (470th), and placing ahead of Bacolod, Davao, Cagayan de Oro, Dagupan, and General Santos.
Lazatin attributed this achievement to the city’s continuous pursuit of inclusive growth and efficient governance.
“This recognition proves that our programs are working — not just in attracting investments, but also in improving the lives of Angeleños,” enthused the mayor.
In 2024, Angeles ranked 5th among Philippine cities and 502nd overall, with standout performances in Environment and Economic growth, including nearly ₱3 billion in annual local revenues even at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Angeles City’s steady rise in global urban rankings reflects its strong economic momentum, environmental sustainability efforts, and commitment to quality public service. Angeles CIO
